Na Mele Henoheno Na Makahiki Mua, helu 'ekahi - Vol I [Original recording reissued]

The Makaha Sons of Ni'ihau | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 22, 1999)
• Original Release Date: June 22, 1999
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Original recording reissued
• Label: POKI RECORDS
• ASIN: B00000J8GV
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,290 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #9 in Music > Indie Music > World Music > Pacific Islands
  • #25 in Music > World Music > Pacific Islands > Hawaii
  • #69 in Music > Indie Music > World Music > General

Editorial Reviews

The Makaha Sons of Ni'ihau formed in 1976. The Hawaiian Music Renaissance was underway with young Hawaiians applying contemporary rhythms to traditional Hawaiian songs. With their sweet harmonies, fresh sound, and their uncompromising devotion to Hawaiian music and values they quickly became one of the most beloved groups at the time. The music of the early years, 1976 through 1981, were the pillars of this extraordinary group. Volume 1 of Na Mele Henoheno - Na Makahiki Mua -helu 'ekahi, features songs from the first three albums.

Customer Reviews

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44 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pure gold, December 30, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Na Mele Henoheno Na Makahiki Mua, helu 'ekahi - Vol I (Audio CD)

I recently came across this album, a collection of songs from their first three albums, by way of a street vendor in Maui. These young men were an important part of the revival of Hawaiian music that took place in the '70s, following the lead of Gabby Pahinui and The Sons of Hawaii. You will not believe the quality of musicianship on this album--pure, seemless harmonies combined with incredible string work (ukuleles, guitars, and acoustic bass). It's no wonder that even today you hear these beautiful recordings played throughout the Islands--it's the real thing, at its best. So do yourself a favor and pick it up. It'll bring Hawaii to wherever you are.

42 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Important compilation by a simple group of country kids, November 6, 2001

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J. Book "music's biggest fan" (Pasco, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Na Mele Henoheno Na Makahiki Mua, helu 'ekahi - Vol I (Audio CD)

When the Makaha Sons of Ni'ihau came out with their first few albums on Poki, no one was prepared for the impact they would eventually create. Those albums are (unfortunately, c'mon Lea!) out of print, but NA MELE HENOHENO gathers some of the best songs from the three. Some of you might be coming into this due to the vocals of the late Israel Kamakawiwo'ole. For many, it is these recordings that will stand the test of time, as he was young and had a soul that was untouched. Much of that came through with the help of his brother, Skippy, and together their harmonies were unbeatable. There was a spirit in the air in the mid 70's, with the Hawaiian renaissance, and this only helped strengthen everything.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars The real thing, August 24, 2005

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P. Richardson "prichardson" (TAMPA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Na Mele Henoheno Na Makahiki Mua, helu 'ekahi - Vol I (Audio CD)

This is the real thing.
Hawaiian singing and playing by a terrific group.
The religious nature of some of the songs was a surprise but not a bad one.
It's a great portrait of Braddah Iz as a young singer and within an ensemble.

I love it.